English Teacher - August 2026

Job Description

Due to the continued growth of GEMS Founders Masdar City in Abu Dhabi, we are looking to recruit an English Teacher starting August 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Early Career Teacher (ECT) to gain valuable international exposure, or for more experienced teachers to take the next step in their career with a globally leading company and a world class International School located in the heart of Abu Dhabi.

We are British Schools Overseas (BSO) accredited, achieving Outstanding judgements in all standards, allowing us to offer the NQT, QTS and iPGCE programmes to our teachers through the TES Institute. GEMS Founders School, Abu Dhabi is unique and provides a wonderful opportunity to leave your mark. In line with our school vision, you will have the opportunity to grow, flourish and achieve in everything you do at GFA.

Teaching at GEMS is not just a job; it's a career. Our teachers enjoy free access to leading CPD programmes and the opportunity to grow with the company on a global scale. Graduate teachers benefit from our BSO accreditation and enrolment in the NQT programme; more experienced teachers can consider unique career opportunities. GEMS teachers are at the forefront of growth and development, with many leaders coming from within the GEMS network of schools.

Key Skills & Qualifications

• Embody and role model our core values of grow, flourish & achieve.
• Hold a Bachelor's degree in English or a BEd with an associated PGCE in English.
• Have proven experience teaching in a secondary school.
• Have the ability to share exemplary teaching practices.
• Be creative and enthusiastic, both inside and outside the classroom.
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills to work closely with colleagues, students and parents.
• Have a proven track record of providing outstanding learning and teaching.
• Aspire to work in a world class school with real prospects for enhancing your career.
• Be willing to make a positive contribution to our school community and culture through active engagement in extra curricular programmes and community based events.

Remuneration & Benefits

All positions attract an excellent remuneration package including:

• Competitive tax free salary.
• Fully furnished accommodation.
• Free schooling for dependents.
• Private medical insurance.
• Annual airfare to country of residence.
• End of service gratuity.

GEMS Teachers also have free access to our loyalty app GEMS Rewards (), which provides significant savings on day to day life in the UAE, including discounts and 2 for 1 offers on flights, hotels, restaurants and retail outlets.

Safeguarding

GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students and staff. A UK enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre requisite for all appointments.